We have an exciting opportunity to join IT Delivery as a QA Test Analyst!
At Covéa Insurance, we’re all about protecting what matters most - whether it’s your home, your car, or your business. With our award-winning customer service and a wide range of insurance products, we’re here to make a real difference.
Our purpose is simple but powerful: to help protect people against the worst happening and put it right if it does. It’s what drives us every day, and it’s why our people are proud to be part of something meaningful!
Our mission is to build inclusive, empowered teams where everyone feels welcome and valued! We celebrate what makes each of us unique and believe that diversity drives innovation and success. Whoever you are, we want you to feel confident being yourself in your team at work.
In this role, you’ll be working in a team that play a crucial role in aligning technology with the company’s business strategy by developing, testing, and implementing change.
This is a hybrid position, combining the best of both worlds - working from home and spending time in our Halifax or Reading office.
Step into a role where your potential is valued and your growth is supported.
What does a day-to-day look like?
- Plan, execute, and report on testing using TDD, BDD, and best practices to catch defects early.
- Identify and escalate risks and issues related to testing throughout the development lifecycle.
- Collaborate with IT Principals and Leads to improve methodologies, standards, toolsets, and shift-left testing practices.
- Contribute to test documentation and ensure quality and consistency in deliverables.
- Support and guide fellow QA Test Analysts in applying best practices and governance.
- Communicate testing progress to stakeholders and stay current with industry standards and trends.
What you’ll need to succeed?
- Testing capability: Experienced in end-to-end testing, defect management, and applying modern methodologies like TDD and BDD.
- Analytical and communication skills: Strong problem-solving ability and clear documentation of both technical and non-technical information.
- Organisation and independence: Manages multiple priorities with accuracy, working autonomously and maintaining attention to detail.
- Stakeholder collaboration: Engages effectively and respectfully with stakeholders, influencing outcomes through proactive communication.
- Commitment to improvement: Receptive to feedback, dedicated to enhancing testing processes, and supporting team development.
- Professional qualifications and tools expertise: ISTQB Foundation certified (or equivalent) with hands-on experience in applying quality assurance policies and using testing tools to meet acceptance criteria.
Not sure if you tick every box? That’s okay!
At Covéa, we know that great people don’t always meet every single requirement listed in a job ad. If this role excites you and you think you could be a good fit, we’d love to hear from you - so go ahead and apply! We’re all about building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone can thrive.
The perks of joining us…
- Flexible working – 36.25 hours a week with flexitime & hybrid options
- Annual pay review – plus performance bonuses (up to 30% depending on level)
- Generous holidays – 25–27 days + bank holidays, with buy/sell options
- Pension perks – 7.5% employer contribution, rising to 9% with your input
- A culture where everyone belongs – we're committed to diversity, equity & inclusion, with real action, employee-led community groups, and ongoing learning to make Covéa a place where everyone can thrive
- Mental & financial support – through our dedicated Wellbeing group
- Career growth – training, qualifications & apprenticeships to help you thrive
- Health & wellbeing – private medical cover, 24/7 Virtual GP, health checks, flu jabs & more
- Drive in style – Tusker Car Scheme with fully maintained insured vehicles
- Extra savings – gym discounts, Cycle to Work, and retail offers via Perkpal
- And much more!
Excited about this opportunity? So are we!
Apply today and be part of our journey.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to fair and accessible recruitment. If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, just let us know - we’re here to help.
Applicants must currently reside in the United Kingdom and possess full and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.
Salary:
£32,000Working hours:
36.25
